It’s an event to remember. For the past 25 years, Regina’s Greek Community, consisting of St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Community and the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA), has held An Evening in Greece – a fundraising gala in support of several Regina-based organizations, including Hospitals of Regina Foundation. The event has raised more than $2.2 million (including more than $600,000 for Regina’s hospitals) over the past quarter century.

“Our first fundraising initiative sprang from our local community church needing funds to build an elevator for handicapped church attendees,” says Thomas Siarkos, chair of An Evening in Greece organizing committee. “It was successful, and helped kick-start other fundraising efforts.”

The committee eventually decided to partner with Hospitals of Regina Foundation to raise funds for Regina’s hospitals. More than two decades later, the Greek community continues to rally together to help support local health care through their gala.

Every year, the event showcases the best in Greek fare, spirited dance performances, and a signature Greek plate smash that leaves guests thrilled. As organizers love to say, “you can’t spend an evening in Greece without smashing a few plates!”

“It all started because we wanted to give back to the community we call home,” said Spiro Bonis, event co-chair. “Great local health care is essential for our people; we will all need it at some point in life. So it is our duty to ensure that we continue to support Regina’s hospitals in whatever way we can.”

“The Foundation extends its heartfelt gratitude to the organizing committee for their dedication to creating a fabulous event in support of Regina’s hospitals,” said Dino Sophocleous, president and CEO, Hospitals of Regina Foundation. “To the Greek community of Regina, and everyone who supports this event year after year, thank you for making a significant, positive difference to our local health care, and helping people in our community live better lives.”